Hurd/St. Andrews Children's Department
What's Happening in September?
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Bookmark Design Contest
Tuesday, September 1- Wednesday, September 30
 
It is time, once again, for our annual Bookmark Contest! This year's theme is "Books: Get Curious." Any child (pre-K through 5th grade) may submit a bookmark design; you can visit or contact your local library to get a submission form beginning September 1st. Winners will be announced on November 9th and the chosen designs will be available at all CCPL branches.

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Inbetweeners
Thursday, September 3 from 3:30-4:30 PM
 
All 4th-7th grade students are welcome to join the Inbetweeners Club where we play icebreakers and make crafts.

Buoy the Brooklyn Mermaid
Thursday, September 10 at 3:30 PM
 
Venture to the sea to hear the wonders of opera and the ocean with Buoy the Brooklyn Mermaid in a family-friendly, interactive show.

Orange And Yellow Halloween Confetti Party
Autumn Process Art
Monday, September 14 from 10:30-11:30 AM
 
Explore color theory and create fall-themed works of art using bleeding tissue paper. Be prepared to get a little messy!

Yoga for Kids
Tuesday, September 15 at 3:30 PM
 
Join us for a fun class of poses, breathwork, and mindful activities. Mat supplies are limited; please bring your own, if possible. Geared towards children ages 6-11.

 
Programs for All Ages
 
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Costume Drive
Now through Monday, September 28
 
Whether you're looking to trick-or-treat, attend a costume party, or just play pretend, our all-ages costume drive will provide you with just what you need. Donations of library-appropriate, stain-free costumes will be accepted from August 3rd to September 28th, and we'll begin distributing costumes on October 1st!

Golden Ticket Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, September 1- Wednesday, September 30
 
Celebrate National Library Card Signup Month in style! Hunt for one of the 100 hidden golden tickets scattered throughout the library. Find a golden ticket and you will be entered for a chance to win an exciting weekly CCPL swag prize! At the end of the month, one lucky patron will win a family grand prize package!

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Hobbit Day Food Drive
Tuesday, September 1- Wednesday, September 30
 
A Hobbit loves nothing more than a good meal with good company, so we are partnering with the Lowcountry Food Bank to collect food for our neighbors in need. Visit the library in September to drop off your shelf stable items and help us reach our donation goal! No cans? No problem! You can make a cash donation to our cause using the QR code on our event flyer! MOST NEEDED ITEMS: canned tuna and meat, canned fruit in water or juice, low sodium canned vegetables, peanut butter, rice, and whole grain cereal or pasta.

Hobbit Day Party
Saturday, September 19th, 10 AM- 1 PM
 
Welcome back to our third annual Hobbit Day party at Hurd/St. Andrews Library! Join us as we celebrate everything Lord of the Rings with snacks, games, prizes, and more! Grab a second breakfast at our vendor market and donate to our food drive to help provide elevensies to someone in need.

Meet the Carrion Committee
Saturday, September 26 at 11 AM
 
Come on out and meet nature's cleanup crew: Vultures! Charleston's own Center for Birds of Prey will be holding a presentation on our misunderstood feathered neighbors, featuring artifacts and a special guest bird!


Family Is Everything (Disney Encanto) by Luz M. Mack
Family Afternoon Theater: Encanto
Saturday, September 26th at 2:30 PM
 
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of creativity, culture, and fun! Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special craft activity followed by a family-friendly showing of Disney's Encanto.

Storytimes
Baby Storytime
Thursday, September 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy songs, movement, and a story followed by baby playtime. Geared towards children ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, September 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 years old with a caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, September 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy stories, songs, movement, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills. Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Branch Hours
Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM
 
Closures
Monday, September 7: Labor Day
 
Hurd/St. Andrews Library
1735 N Woodmere Dr
Charleston, South Carolina 29407
843-766-2546

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